Thomas E. Ricks's Blog, page 15

When everyone else gets as much data as we do, how will we prevail in combat?

WDotW: Actually, No, There Are No Military Dogs Left Behind

How to be a battalion commander -- some sarcasm, and some serious suggestions

Stuff I didn't know: Earth's rotation affects the accuracy of long-range shells

Why won't we honor 74 dead sailors?

Don't blame my Army for the lack of black officers in combat commands

Ugly writing from the Army War College

The nature of coalitions

Marine quote of the day: If you want to curtail hazing, make training tougher

Chinese oil embargo hurting NoKos, and Kim's mutual fund advisor skips town too